Sway (Quien Sera): Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Arranged by Robert Longfield
Grade: 1.5
Item: 35-PK00256838
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Recorded by Michael Buble, this Latin standard is popular once again. Robert Longfield's easy and appealing arrangement features plenty of interesting percussion parts and modest ranges for all players. Dur: 2:10
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00256838
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About the Arranger: Robert Longfield
Robert Longfield has built a reputation for crafting accessible arrangements that respect the integrity of the original while opening doors for younger ensembles. His work across multiple idioms shows a keen ear for what works on the concert stage and what engages student musicians.
Why we love this
Longfield understands that Grade 1.5 doesn't mean musically thin. The arrangement keeps the sultry essence of the tune intact while distributing the percussion writing generously enough that your whole section stays engaged and invested. It's the kind of piece that sounds polished after minimal rehearsal time.
What to expect
Warm, swaying, and effortlessly cool. The arrangement captures the languid charm that made this standard resonate with modern audiences while keeping the spirit of the Latin original alive. It's the kind of piece that makes students feel like they're playing something real.
Who it's for
Directors looking for a contemporary Latin piece that sounds sophisticated without demanding virtuosity from their players. Concert bands at the middle school or early high school level will find this approachable, and the modest ranges mean no one gets left behind.
How to get the most out of it
- Let the rhythm section establish the sway feel before the melody enters; lock the clave pattern early in rehearsals so the forward momentum feels inevitable rather than forced.
- Balance the percussion texture carefully. These parts are written to enhance, not overpower, so resist the urge to crank the volume and instead shape the dynamic contours of the arrangement.
- Shape the melodic phrases with the natural breathing of a vocalist in mind. This tune was made for singers, so guide your wind players to phrase as if they're singing the story.
- Keep the tempo steady and unhurried. The arrangement clocks in at 2:10, so there's no need to rush; let the groove breathe.
How to use it
Place this in the spring concert as a palate cleanser between heavier repertoire, or feature it on a pops program where it sits naturally alongside other accessible standards. It works well as a closer that leaves the audience in a contented mood.
Skills your students will build
- Maintaining steady tempo in a syncopated groove
- Latin rhythmic figures and clave patterns
- Balancing melody with complex percussion textures
- Phrasing for style and character rather than technical display